Alexander the Great earned the title owing to his undefeated spree in battle. By the age of thirty, he ruled over one of the largest empires of the ancient world, stretching from Greece to northwestern India. The ultimate conqueror, whose military tactics are still taught in military academies all over the world, one of the most influential person in human history, Alexander the Great owes it all to his teacher - the Greek philosopher Aristotle. He famously stated, “I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well.”
A teacher helps shape our thoughts, build a ship for ourselves and lets us sail through the sea of life. Good or bad, a teacher makes a profound impact on our young minds, and is certainly remembered often in our difficult times ahead.
It was Teachers’ Day on Monday, September 5, a day when the nation pays tribute to teachers, as a mark of respect to S Radhakrishnan, one of India’s scholars who believed that “teachers should be the best minds in the country”. His birthday has been celebrated as Teachers’ Day every year since 1962.
While schools and colleges in India commemorated their teachers, brands found another apt occasion to bond with their consumers. ‘Happy Teachers’ Day’ began trending on most popular social networks in the country and brands in every business got into the act. We bring you here, a random compilation of the interesting visuals and gifs shared by brands on social media on the occasion of Teachers’ Day 2016:
Vistara
The airline gets creative with smart use of puns in its gif.
Vistara wishes all the teachers and mentors a very Happy #TeachersDay. #FlyTheNewFeeling pic.twitter.com/P4dvCivSWK
— Vistara (@airvistara) September 5, 2021
Tata Docomo
The telecom brand captures the horrors of teaching in the digital age!
Thanks for tolerating all our harkatein. #HappyTeachersDay! pic.twitter.com/IJcrhS1vu8
— Tata Docomo (@tatadocomo) September 5, 2021
HDFC bank
The bank indulges in a series of smart visuals and smarter copywriting as a tribute to teachers. Cool brand connect there!
We dedicate this day to our teachers who played a pivotal role in shaping our future. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/q9UgxiRcIE
— HDFC Bank (@HDFC_Bank) September 4, 2021
We dedicate this day to our teachers who played a pivotal role in shaping our future. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/AGEBYmyRFe
— HDFC Bank (@HDFC_Bank) September 4, 2021
NDTV Good Times
The food and lifestyle channel pokes a little fun at teachers, maybe it’s the curriculum we need to blame though!
#HappyTeachersDay!#LiveYoung #LiveIndian #DeadFace pic.twitter.com/T2dg03zI2g
— NDTV Good Times (@ndtvgoodtimes) September 5, 2021
Nikon India
The camera company takes a deep dive into philosophy.
Celebrate your inner teacher. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/4AeKMSxbyI
— Nikon India Official (@NikonIndia) September 5, 2021
Aircel
The carrier keeps it social media savvy - it’s fun matching your teachers with social networks.
Wishing all the teachers out there a Happy #TeachersDay. If your teacher was a social platform, what would it be? pic.twitter.com/Hn49QeXlsr
— Aircel (@Aircel) September 5, 2021
Center Fresh India
We all have that teacher, or in my case ‘had’ that teacher! Fun take by the fun brand.
Tell us who was your favourite teacher and share some fun memories here! #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/pWd06oBJvC
— Center Fresh India (@CenterfreshIn) September 5, 2021
Penguin Books India
The publisher never fails to amaze us with its visuals. Sharing these minimal posters of famous classics is a great tool at engaging the millennials.
Here's what some of the classics have taught us! Tell us what your favorite book taught you.#BooksTaughtMe pic.twitter.com/sjGdTkjABE
— Penguin Books India (@PenguinIndia) September 5, 2021
Great books teach us great things, don't they? What did your favorite book teach you? #BooksTaughtMe pic.twitter.com/uYnImoaDA0
— Penguin Books India (@PenguinIndia) September 5, 2021
UC Browser
Well, we never forget our quirky teachers and the names we gave them!
Share your teachers’ craziest habits that remind you of your good old school/college days #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/7iyzTHDWfO
— UC Browser (@UCBrowser) September 5, 2021
Horlicks Oats
The oats brand commemorates fitness gurus, who else!
Teach, Preach, Sweat, Repeat! Tag your #HealthGuru and wish them a #HappyTeachersDay with Horlicks Oats. pic.twitter.com/Mp2axVc2TS
— Horlicks Oats (@HorlicksOats) September 5, 2021
Pulse Candy
This tiny little candy captures what every student remembers of school days!
For that every scolding, punishment and lesson that made us who we are today. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/Qe85Tl3gGe
— Pulse (@PassPass_Pulse) September 5, 2021
Happydent
The brand is all about sparkling smiles!
Tag your favorite teachers to fill their day with sparkling smiles! #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/urKppNIiTs
— Happydent (@HappydentGum) September 5, 2021
Moto India
The smartphone maker keeps it simple, but I’d wish for it to get rid of the logo or embed it more creatively into the visual story.
To all the teachers who never gave in to the challenging task at hand! #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/Wu9E9WYPBa
— Moto India (@Moto_IND) September 5, 2021
ShopClues
The online market gets it right. We can’t agree more!
Not all Superheroes wear capes #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/CJfMTJH7Vx
— ShopClues.com (@ShopClues) September 5, 2021
Himalaya Men
Smart use of a stock image and a wacky copy by the men’s grooming brand.
To all the problem solvers out there, Himalaya Men wishes them #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/9pr4wy3cLy
— Himalaya MEN (@HimalayaMEN) September 5, 2021
Dunkin Donuts
A treat for donut lovers… the copy takes the cake though… oops the donut!
You've always been there, to watch your seed grow. And we #Donut know where we'd be without you. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/rYpG0EbrEB
— Dunkin' Donuts (@Dunkin_India) September 5, 2021
Nivea India
We often end up absorbing little lines from our teachers, nice take by Nivea.
One little line that your teacher would often say, has stayed in your memory. Share it with us! #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/8Dq9B9JE57
— NIVEA (@NIVEA_INDIA) September 5, 2021
Bingo
The snack brand is always talking about angles, rather its now famous ‘mad angles’.
Tell us your favourite #TeachersDay memories. Happy #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/LlKyKnCMmi
— Bingo! (@BingoSnacks) September 5, 2021
McDonald’s India
I just couldn’t help laughing at this one… it’s a classic!
Thank you teachers for getting our basics right. pic.twitter.com/ZPNCKvahu3
— McDonald's India (@mcdonaldsindia) September 5, 2021
Cafe Coffee Day
Yes, our teachers do deserve full marks.
Full marks for making sure we learnt things the right way! #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/aOZfXfIwIN
— Cafe Coffee Day (@CafeCoffeeDay) September 5, 2021
Volkswagen India
The auto maker gets full marks for this visual.
Here's saluting your first car & the invaluable lessons it taught you as a new driver #TeachersDay #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/DQ6vp3EbXY
— Volkswagen India (@volkswagenindia) September 5, 2021
Mad Over Donuts
Most of us can surely relate to this witty, relevant visual by the donut maker.
Give a special thank to those who saved us from a lot of embarrassing tweets! #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/QenXdXWzoK
— Mad Over Donuts (@MadOverDonuts) September 5, 2021
Femina
The women’s magazine rolls out a series on inspiring women leaders who stressed on education.
Education is life changing. We couldn't agree more with Malala Yousafzai. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/JbK7pOyjWc
— Femina (@FeminaIndia) September 5, 2021
The beautiful relationship that exists between teacher and student. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/09A6VUQF4s
— Femina (@FeminaIndia) September 5, 2021
OYO
The budget hotel chain imagines a super teacher and her super class.
To everyone who has ever taught us something, Happy #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/OxB1Z5YXHT
— OYO (@oyorooms) September 5, 2021
Yatra
Travel indeed is the best teacher!
Travel is a teacher who keeps on teaching. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/Ad5sgj0i0u
— Yatra.com (@YatraOfficial) September 5, 2021
Foodpanda India
We just realized that! Thank you, Foodpanda!
Teaching is a profession that teaches all other professions. Happy #TeachersDay! pic.twitter.com/N6GFb5BUiM
— foodpanda India (@foodpandaIndia) September 5, 2021
Shoppers Stop
The retail chain pays a colourful tribute to teachers.
Dear fabulous teachers,
Thank you for shaping our lives and future so beautifully. #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/31bsSPx0Sk— Shoppers Stop (@shoppersstop) September 5, 2021
Microsoft India
The tech company is on a week-long celebration of innovative educators.
Introducing Microsoft Innovative Educators - For educators who transform education #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/j4RFNKrhr4
— Microsoft India (@MicrosoftIndia) September 5, 2021
Lenskart
The vision care company had on offer a free home eye check-up for your teachers.
The Teacher who encouraged you to dream big, gift them a free home eye check-up. Book now: https://t.co/tkMEMwghd4 pic.twitter.com/EVHKOFKZLa
— Lenskart (@Lenskart_com) September 2, 2021
Freecharge
The digital payments company captures the nuances of happiness in school life.
Ahh.. the fond memories. Share your happiness story about your teacher with us #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/NIbxq85cJZ
— FreeCharge (@FreeCharge) September 5, 2021
Hyundai India
The auto brand cleverly defines what a bright future means in this visual.
#Hyundai thanks all teachers, who always strive to create a brighter future for all. #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/ciKdp5RzY7
— HyundaiIndia (@HyundaiIndia) September 5, 2021
ICICI bank
The bank has rolled out several gifs highlighting instances when our teachers were much more for us.
We wish everyone a #HappyTeachersDay! Join us in our #TeachersDay celebration. #MoreThanATeacher RT to share. pic.twitter.com/s75VWiEup2
— ICICI Bank (@ICICIBank) September 5, 2021
We wish everyone a #HappyTeachersDay! Join us in our #TeachersDay celebration. #MoreThanATeacher RT to share. pic.twitter.com/iBmvPi5Mtx
— ICICI Bank (@ICICIBank) September 5, 2021
OLX India
The quirky brand hosted a quirky ‘filmy teacher’ contest.
Wow! We loved your responses for #OLXFilmyTeacher #Contest. Keep 'em coming! pic.twitter.com/4IQTczcBdc
— OLX India (@OLX_India) September 5, 2021
Here's your last chance to participate in #OLXFilmyTeacher #Contest. Make the most out of it! pic.twitter.com/toiI8mHD2Y
— OLX India (@OLX_India) September 5, 2021
Burger King India
The burger brand keeps it witty this Teachers’ Day.
This #TeachersDay, send your teacher a pack of their favourite treats from #BurgerKing. Order Now! pic.twitter.com/Smpfju8MPl
— BurgerKingIndia (@burgerkingindia) September 5, 2021
IDBI Bank
The bank engaged its fans with a ‘teachers as friends’ themed contest.
Be ready for a #TeachersDay #Contest tomorrow! Exciting prizes to be won!#ContestAlert pic.twitter.com/Ew21vAZmZB
— IDBI BANK (@IDBI_Bank) September 4, 2021
CenturyPly India
The plyboard maker always finds a way to pitch its latest positioning - ‘Sab sahe mast rahe‘.
On the occasion of teachers day, let’s send our wishes along with a thank you note to the teachers we love. pic.twitter.com/SH5tdZbFMV
— CenturyPlyIndia (@CenturyPlyIndia) September 5, 2021
Wai Wai
Noodle lovers sure know the lessons of life learnt by eating noodles regularly.
Coz Wai Wai teaches you life lessons…What has it taught you? #HappyTeachersDay #TasteFullDilHouseful #TeachersDay pic.twitter.com/Rxp6dBxBMl
— Wai Wai (@waiwaiindia) September 5, 2021
Opera India
The mobile apps maker pays a graphical tribute to teachers.
Opera wishes all you great professors out there a very #HappyTeachersDay pic.twitter.com/6Bf4e4TJfM
— Opera India (@OperaIndia) September 5, 2021
Do let us know your favourites.
